Ontario Professional Home Inspection Home Improvement Costs for 2010 The following costs are intended as ballpark estimates for repairs and improvements to a typical three bedroom home. The costs are based on information obtained in the east-central area of Ontario. Our experience has shown that actual contractor quotations can vary by as much as 300%. It is advisable to obtain estimates from more than one contractor. Roofing/Flashings/Chimneys Install conventional asphalt shingles over existing shingles

$1.50-$2.50 per sq. ft.

Strip and re-roof with conventional asphalt shingles

$2.50-$4.50 per sq. ft.

Strip and re-roof with top-quality asphalt shingles

$4.00-$8.00 per sq. ft.

Strip and re-roof with low-slope asphalt shingles

$3.00-$5.00 per sq. ft.

Strip and re-roof with cedar shingles

$8.00-$10.00 per sq. ft.

Strip and re-roof with cedar shakes

$10.00-$18.00 per sq. ft.

Strip and re-roof with steel shingles

$6.00-$8.00 per sq. ft.

Strip and re-roof with aluminium shingles

$5.50-$7.25 per sq. ft.

Strip and re-roof with plastic shakes

$5.50-$7.25 per sq. ft.

Install concrete tile roofing (assuming no structural reinforcement)

$8.00-$16.00 per sq. ft.

Steel sheet roofing

$6.00-$10.00 and up per sq. ft.

Install new slate roof

$12.00-$24.00 per sq. ft.

Repair loose slates or tiles

$30.00 per slate/tiles

Install asphalt roll roofing

$2.10-$4.20 per sq. ft.

Strip and replace built-up tar and gravel roof

$10.00-$20.00 per sq. ft. (min. $1500)

Strip and install modified bitumen roof membrane

$8.00-$16.00 per sq. ft. (min. $1500)

Synthetic rubber membrane

$12.00-$16.00 per sq. ft.

Improve flat roof drainage prior to installation of new membrane

$2.00-$4.00 per sq. ft.

Paint modified bitumen membrane

$0.50-$1.50 per sq. ft. (min. $200)

Install sheet metal on small roof surfaces

$10.00-$20.00 per sq. ft. (min. $500)

Re-flash typical skylight or chimney on asphalt roof

$500.00-$800.00

Re-flash skylight or chimney on built-up or bitumen roof

$600.00-$900.00

Install metal cricket for wide chimney

$400.00-$800.00

Repair valley flashings on existing roof

$25.00-$50.00 per lin. ft. (min. $500)

Replace parapet wall flashing

$30.00-$50.00 per lin. ft. (min. $500)

Rebuild typical single-flue chimney above roof line

$150.00-$300.00 per lin.ft. (min. $500)

Rebuild typical double-flue chimney above roof line

$200.00-$400.00 per lin.ft. (min. $500)

Repoint typical single-flue chimney above roof line

$20.00-$30.00 per row (min. $350)

Repoint typical double-flue chimney above roof line

$25.00-$40.00 per row (min. $350)

Install concrete cap on typical single-flue chimney

$250.00-$500.00

Install concrete cap on typical double-flue chimney

$500.00-$700.00

Install rain cap on typical chimney

$150.00-$200.00 each

Replace roof sheathing (plywood or waferboard)

$1.50-$2.00 per sq. ft.

Exterior Install galvanized or aluminum gutters and downspouts

$4.00-$5.00 per lin.ft. (min. $500)

Provide downspout extensions

$15.00-$25.00 each

Clean gutters in fall or spring

$50.00-$150.00

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Install copper gutters and downspouts

$15.00-$30.00 per lin. ft.

Install aluminium soffit and fascia

$8.00-$16.00 per lin. ft.

Install aluminium siding

$5.00-$8.00 per sq. ft.

Install vinyl siding

$6.50-$12.00 per sq. ft.

Install cedar siding

$8.00-$16.00 per sq. ft.

Install paint grade siding

$6.00-$12.50 per sq. ft.

Install stucco

$8.00-$12.00 per sq. ft.

Re-point exterior wall (soft mortar)

$3.00-6.50 per sq. ft. (min. $500)

Re-point exterior wall (hard mortar)

$6.00-$10.00 per sq. ft. (min. $500)

Replace deteriorated bricks

$25.00-$50.00 per sq. ft.

Rebuild parapet wall

$25.00-$50.00 per sq. ft.

Chemical cleaning of unpainted brick

$2.00-$3.00 per sq.ft. (min. $1000)

Chemical cleaning of painted brick

$4.00-$6.00 per sq.ft. (min. $1000)

Sealing of brickwork

$0.75-$1.00 per sq. ft.

Paint exterior trim (not including any repairs)

$1500.00-$2500.00 and up

Paint trim and wall surfaces (not including any repairs)

$3000.00 and up

Parge foundation walls

$3.00-$4.00 per sq.ft.

Damp-proof foundation walls and install weeping tile

$150.00-$200.00 per lin.ft. (min. $1000)

Install a deck

$12.00-$25.00 per sq. ft.

Install deck on a flat roof

$25.00-$40.00 per sq. ft.

Resurface existing asphalt driveway

$2.50-$4.00 per sq. ft.

Seal asphalt driveway

$50.00 and up

Install interlocking brick driveway

$6.00-$8.00 per sq. ft.

Install a concrete driveway

$6.00-$10.00 per lin. ft.

Install drain at bottom of sloped driveway

$1000.00-$1500.00

Install concrete slab patio

$5.00-$8.00 per sq.ft.

Install concrete patio stones

$2.00-$5.00 per sq.ft.

Rebuild exterior basement stairwell

$3500.00-$5000.00

Install drain at existing basement stairwell

$500.00-$800.00

Build detached garage (single)

$8000.00 and up

Build detached garage (double)

$12000.00 and up

Break wood-soil contact at detached garage

$25.00-$40.00 per lin.ft. (min. $500)

Demolish and remove detached garage (dependent on dumping costs)

$1500.00 and up

Install garage door (single, metal, one-piece)

$600.00-$800.00

Install garage door (single, wood, sectional)

$800.00-$1000.00

Install garage door (double, wood, sectional)

$1200.00-$1500.00

Install garage door opener

$300.00-$450.00

Build retaining wall (wood)

$20.00-$25.00 per sq. ft. (min. $500)

Build retaining wall (concrete)

$30.00-$40.00 per sq. ft. (min $500)

Replace porch steps (wood)

$200.00-$300.00

Replace porch steps (concrete)

$300.00-$500.00

Replace porch flooring

$4.00-$6.00 per sq. ft.

Replace porch skirting

$10.00-$15.00 per lin. ft.

Replace step railing

$100.00-$200.00

Install wooden fencing

$16.00-$50.00 per lin. ft.

Install chain link fencing

$7.00-$12.00 per lin. ft.

Lay sod

$1.00-$2.00 per sq. ft.

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Install lawn sprinkler system

$1000.00 and up

Structure Underpin one corner of house

$3500.00 and up

Underpin or add foundations

$300.00 and up per lin. ft. (min. $3000)

Lower basement floor by underpinning and/or bench footings

$150.00-$300.00 per lin. ft. (min. $5000)

Replace deteriorating sill beam with concrete

$60.00 and up per lin. ft. (min. $500)

Replace main beam in (unfinished) basement

$1000.00-$2000.00

Re-support (sister) a floor joist

$100.00-$300.00 (unobstructed)

Install basement support post with proper foundation

$300.00-$500.00

Perform chemical treatment for wood-boring insects

$1700.00 and up

Pest inspection performed by licensed specialist

$150.00-$300.00

Remove or open load-bearing wall

$2000.00 and up (excluding decorating)

Remove partition wall

$500.00-$1500.00 (excluding decorating)

Install door opening in interior wall

$500.00-$1000.00

Rebuild arch above window or door opening

$800.00 and up

Install lintel above opening in masonry wall

$500.00 and up

Install exterior basement stairwell

$5000.00 and up

Repair minor crack in poured concrete foundation

$400.00-$800.00

Build an addition, foundation to roof

$150.00-$300.00 per sq. ft.

Build an additional storey

$100.00-$300.00 per sq. ft.

Install collar ties

$30.00-$50.00 each

Install lateral bracing on collar ties

$100.00-$200.00

Replace roof sheathing

$4.00-$6.00 per sq. ft.

Electrical Upgrade electrical service to 100 amps (including new panel)

$1000.00-$1300.00

Upgrade electrical service to 100 amps (if new panel not required)

$500.00-$800.00

Upgrade electrical service to 200 amps

$1800.00-$2200.00

Replace main ground (grounded to conductive water main)

$100.00-$150.00

Replace main ground (rural, install ground rods)

$250.00-$450.00

Install new circuit breaker panel

$500.00-$900.00

Install auxiliary breaker panel

$200.00-$400.00

Replace circuit breaker (20 amp or less)

$50.00-$100.00

Add 120 volt circuit

$150.00-$300.00

Add 240 volt circuit

$250.00-$400.00

Add exterior outlet with waterproof cover

$200.00-$300.00

Add conventional receptacle

$150.00-$300.00

Add kitchen split receptacle

$150.00-$250.00

Provide ground for conventional receptacle

$75.00-$100.00

Replace conventional receptacle with ground fault circuit receptacle

$60.00-$90.00

Replace conventional receptacle with aluminium compatible type (CO/ALR)(assuming several are required)

$10.00-$15.00 ea.

Upgrade entire house with aluminium compatible receptacles, connectors, etc. $500.00-$1000.00 Rewire outlet with reversed polarity (assuming electrician already there)

$5.00-$10.00 each

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Install switches (assuming electrician already there)

$10.00-$20.00 each $100.00-$200.00

Install standard light fixture Install exterior light fixture

$150.00-$250.00

Install fluorescent light fixture

$150.00-$250.00

Rewire entire house during gut or renovations

$3000.00 and up

Heating Install mid-efficiency forced-air furnace

$2000.00-$4000.00

Install high-efficiency forced-air furnace

$3500.00-$6000.00

Annual service by heating contractor

$100.00-$150.00 minimum

Replace blower or motor

$400.00-$600.00

Install humidifier

$200.00-$400.00

Install electronic air filter

$500.00-$800.00

Install mid-efficiency boiler

$2500.00-$5000.00

Install high-efficiency boiler

$5000.00-$9000.00

Rebuild fire pot (refractory) on boiler

$500.00-$800.00

Install circulating pump

$400.00-$600.00

Install expansion tank

$250.00-$300.00

Install backflow preventer

$100.00-$150.00

Install chimney liner for gas appliance

$400.00-$800.00

Install chimney liner for oil appliance

$700.00-$1800.00

Install programmable thermostat

$200.00-$300.00

Replace indoor fuel oil storage tank

$1200.00-$1500.00

Remove indoor fuel oil storage tank

$400.00 and up

Remove abandoned underground fuel oil storage tank

$3000.00 and up

Replace radiator valve

$250.00-$500.00

Replace radiator

$500.00-$900.00

Add electric baseboard heater

$250.00-$400.00

Convert from hot water heating to forced-air (bungalow)

$8000.00-$10000.00

Convert from hot water heating to forced-air (two storey)

$15000.00-$20000.00

Clean ductwork

$250.00-$500.00

Duct conversion from gravity to forced-air furnace

$1000.00-$1500.00

After-warranty parts and service plans

$150.00-$400.00 per year

Cooling/Heat Pumps Add central air conditioning to existing forced-air system

$2000.00-$3000.00

Add heat pump to existing forced-air system

$4000.00-$7000.00

Replace heat pump or air conditioning condenser

$1200.00-$2500.00

Install independant air conditioning system

$8000.00-$15000.00

Install ductless split-system air conditioning

$3000.00 and up

Insulation Insulate open attic area to modern standards

$0.50-$1.25 per sq. ft.

Blow insulation into flat roof, cathedral ceiling or wall cavity

$2.00-$3.50 per sq. ft.

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$40.00-$50.00 per vent Improve attic ventilation $20.00-$35.50 per sq. ft. Remove UFFI in wood-frame walls Remedial approach to UFFI (caulking, heat-recovery ventilator)

$3000.00-$5000.00

Insulate exterior walls with rigid foam board, prior to re-siding

$1.00-$2.00 per sq. ft

Insulate basement from interor

$2.00 per sq. ft. and up

Plumbing Replace galvanized piping (varies w/fixtures, storeys, sq. footage & finishes)

$500.00-$3500.00

Replace water line to house

$150.00-$200.00 per lin. ft. (min. $2000)

Replace main water shut-off valve

$150.00-$300.00

Install new water heater

$600.00-$800.00

Water heater rent or lease

$10.00-$20.00 monthly

Replace toilet

$400.00 and up

Replace toilet flush mechanism

$100.00-$150.00

Unclogging toilet

$100.00-$200.00

Replace toilet seal

$150.00-$250.00

Install bidet

$500.00 and up

Replace vanity basin

$200.00 and up

Replace pedestal basin

$350.00 and up

Replace faucet set

$150.00 and up

Replace bathtub, including ceramic tile

$1500.00 and up

Replace bath or shower faucet set

$300.00 and up

Install refinished claw foot bathtub

$1800.00 and up

Install whirlpool bath

$3000.00 and up

Retile bathtub enclosure

$800.00-$1200.00

Install plastic bathtub enclosure (tub-surround)

$200.00-$400.00

Rebuild tile shower stall

$1500.00-$2500.00

Replace leaking shower stall pan

$1000.00-$1600.00

Install plastic shower stall

$600.00-$2000.00

Install bathroom exhaust fan

$250.00-$500.00

Remodel four-piece bathroom completely

$6000.00 and up

Install modest basement bathroom

$4000.00 and up

Replace laundry tubs

$250.00-$500.00

Install laundry facilities

$900.00 and up

Install single kitchen sink

$300.00 and up

Install double kitchen sink

$400.00 and up

Install dishwasher

$600.00-$1000.00

Install garbage disposal

$400.00-$600.00

Install kitchen range hood

$250.00-$500.00 and up

Install solid waste pump

$1200.00-$1800.00

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Connect waste plumbing system to municipal sewers

$3000.00 and up

Clear obstruction in main sewer line (to street or septic tank)

$200.00-$400.00 and up

Repair collapsed or damaged section of sewer line

$1000.00 and up

Install submersible well pump

$800.00 and up $400.00-$800.00

Install suction or jet pump Replace pressure system tank

$250.00-$500.00

Install water softener

$1000.00 and up

Install outdoor faucet

$150.00-$250.00

Replace sump pump

$150.00-$250.00

Install sauna

$3000.00 and up

Interior Add drywall over plaster

$1.50-$3.00 per sq. ft.

Remove old plaster and install drywall

$3.50-$4.50 per sq. ft.

Add wire lath and new plaster over existing plaster

$3.00-$4.00 per sq. ft.

Spray stipple on existing ceiling

$1.00-$1.50 per sq. ft.

Install suspended tile ceiling

$3.00-$5.00 per sq. ft.

Install acoustic tile ceiling

$1.50-$2.00 per sq. ft.

Sand and refinish hardwood floors

$1.50-$3.00 per sq. ft.

Install 3/8" thick hardwood strip flooring

$6.00-$8.00 per sq. ft.

Install 3/4" thick hardwood strip flooring

$10.00-$12.00 per sq. ft.

Install hardwood parquet flooring

$5.00-$7.00 per sq. ft.

Install ceramic floor tiles

$10.00 and up per sq. ft.

Install vinyl floor tiles

$3.00 and up per sq. ft.

Install vinyl roll flooring

$7.00 and up per sq. yd.

Install synthetic wall-to-wall carpet

$20.00 and up per sq. yd.

Install wool wall-to-wall carpet

$50.00 and up per sq. yd.

Install carpet underpad

$5.00 per sq. yd.

Professional carpet cleaning

$30.00 per room

Install replacement (sliding) windows

$35.00-$45.00 per sq. ft.

Install replacement (casement) windows

$50.00 and up per sq. ft.

Install replacement (awning) windows

$50.00 and up per sq. ft.

Install replacement (double-hung) windows

$40.00-$45.00 per sq. ft.

Install replacement (fixed )windows

$30.00-$40.00 per sq. ft.

Install replacement (bay) windows

$40.00-$65.00 per sq. ft.

Install storm window

$100.00-$300.00 each

Convert coal-burning fireplace to wood-burning unit (not including chimney relining or replacement)

$2000.00 and up

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Install masonry fireplace (if flue already roughed-in)

$2000.00 and up

Install masonry fireplace with single-flue chimney

$6000.00 and up

Install zero-clearance fireplace (including chimney)

$3000.00 and up

Install gas fireplace

$2500.00 and up

Install glass doors on fireplace

$300.00 and up

Chimney cleaning

$100.00-$175.00 each

Install fireplace damper

$200.00 and up $150.00-$200.00

Install interior hollow core door Install interior custom wood door (including casing and hardware)

$450.00 and up

Install interior French doors

$700.00 and up

Install louvre doors on closet

$150.00-$250.00

Install sliding mirror doors on closet

$350.00 and up

Install exterior solid wood door

$700.00 and up

Install exterior insulated metal door

$500.00 and up

Install closer on garage man door

$150.00-$250.00

Install metal storm door

$350.00 and up

Replace hardware on metal storm door

$100.00-$150.00

Install sliding glass door (brick wall)

$2500.00-$3500.00

Install sliding glass door (wood frame wall)

$2000.00-$2500.00

Replace sliding glass door

$1000.00-$1700.00

Install basic skylight

$1000.00 and up

Install roof window or ventilating skylight

$1500.00 and up

Remodel kitchen completely

$10,000.00 and up

Install kitchen cabinets

$200.00 and up per lin. ft.

Install kitchen counter

$20.00 and up per lin. ft.

Install ceiling fan

$200.00 and up

Install conventional alarm system

$1000.00 and up

Install central vacuum system

$800.00-$2000.00

Install central vacuum cansiter only

$500.00-$1000.00

Paint interior (walls, ceilings, door, trim) of entire house

$1500.00 and up

Hang wallpaper

$2.00 and up per sq. ft.

Urethane injection of leaking basement cracks

$350.00-$500.00 each

Damp-proof foundation walls and install perimeter drains

$70.00-$120.00 per lin. ft.

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